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News

A local coffee shop owner opened her doors to the community Wednesday as ICE enforcement...

Grandview coffee shop hosts community event as immigration sweeps raise anxiety in neighborhood

Updated: moments ago
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By Ale Espinosa
A local coffee shop owner opened her doors to the community as ICE enforcement sweeps have been reported across Kansas City, Kansas.

Consumer News

Harbor Freight Tools

New owners of Independence shopping center plan upgrades to attract tenants

Updated: 14 minutes ago
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By Heidi Schmidt
It is one of three development or redevelopment projects in a matter of miles aimed at increasing traffic and customers to the area.

News

The KC Streetcar connected World Cup visitors to more than just destinations during the...

KC “Streetcar Sounds” brings live music to World Cup visitors through artist showcase series

Updated: 38 minutes ago
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By Jordan Fremstad
The KC Streetcar connected World Cup visitors to local musicians performing at stops across the city.

News

A crash involving a motorcycle and a semi-truck in Kansas City on Wednesday afternoon was deadly.

I-29 crash involving motorcycle and semi results in fatality

Updated: 1 hour ago
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By Gabe Swartz
Authorities said just after 4:10 p.m., a motorcycle and semi-truck collided on southbound I-29 near 64th Street.

Kansas City Countdown

Argentina star Lionel Messi sent a signed jersey to Christian Holmes, a burn victim with a...

Burn pit victim gets World Cup wish come true from soccer superstar Lionel Messi

Updated: 2 hours ago
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By Gabe Swartz
Children’s Mercy said Wednesday Messi sent Christian a personally signed jersey, scripted with a message of support for the recovering boy.

News

Missourians across the state will vote on whether to make the Jackson County property assessor...

Why all of Missouri has to vote on a Jackson County position in August

Updated: 2 hours ago
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By Hannah Falcon (KCTV5)
Missourians across the state will vote on whether to make the Jackson County property assessor an elected position.

News

Police warn there is a difference between an e-bike and an e-moto.

Independence could ban some teenagers from riding motorized bikes in most places

Updated: 2 hours ago
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By Heidi Schmidt
The proposed changes address safety involving motorized bicycles and e-scooters on public and city property.

Crime

KCPD praises mom after she turns in son following stolen car chase

Updated: 2 hours ago
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By Natalie Dattilio
The Kansas City Police Department is applauding a mom after officials said her son stole a car and she turned him in.

Sports

The nine-hole short course sits on property Chris Harris' father purchased decades ago. Harris...

Kansas City man builds golf course on childhood land to teach kids life lessons

Updated: 3 hours ago
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By Mark Poulose
Three major programs currently use Harris Park to reach Kansas City youth.

News

The Clay County Prosecutor’s Office is asking for the public’s help locating a man accused of...

Clay County officials searching for man accused of child sex crimes

Updated: 3 hours ago
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By Natalie Dattilio
The Clay County Prosecutor’s Office is asking for the public’s help locating a man accused of sex crimes against a child.
7 Day Forecast
7 Day Forecast

Community

FILE - Harvesters

Harvesters in urgent need of volunteers to move surge of perishable food donations

Updated: 4 hours ago
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By Sarah Motter
Harvesters is in urgent need of volunteers to move a surge of perishable food donations.

News

A LEGO replica of CPKC Stadium, home of the KC Current.

You can now visit a LEGO version of the KC Current Stadium in Kansas City

Updated: 5 hours ago
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By Claire Decatur
The build took months of planning and about 80 hours of construction time.

Kansas City Countdown

A media tour Monday showcased the completed changes to Arrowhead Stadium ahead of matches that...

How to get your name on KC Stadium scoreboard during World Cup Match -- for a price

Updated: 5 hours ago
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By Heidi Schmidt
Fans can buy a “Shoutout Slot,” which puts a name on the stadium scoreboard during the Argentina vs. Switzerland match on July 11

News

Fatal Crash at I-435 at Raytown Rd.

1 dead after semi hits sign support, shuts down I-435 near Stadium Drive for 5 hours

Updated: 6 hours ago
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By Julia Scammahorn
The driver was seen weaving between two lanes of traffic before impact.

Regional Politics

Missouri Primary elections

What’s on the Aug. 4 primary ballot in Missouri: U.S. House, auditor’s race, amendments

Updated: 6 hours ago
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By Julia Scammahorn
Missouri voters head to the polls Tuesday, Aug. 4, for primary elections that will decide party nominees under new congressional maps and ask voters to weigh in on several statewide constitutional amendments.

Regional Politics

Kansas's Primary Election was held Aug. 2, 2022

What Kansans will vote on in Aug. 4 primary: U.S. Senate, governor’s race, state supreme court

Updated: 6 hours ago
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By Julia Scammahorn
Kansans heading to the polls for the Aug. 4 primary will be doing more than picking party nominees. The ballot also includes a statewide vote on how Kansas chooses its state Supreme Court justices.

Education

Back to School Supply Drive

Missouri A-F school grading system: Kansas City group hosts community conversation ahead of rollout

Updated: 6 hours ago
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By Miya Ingle
BLAQUE Kansas City brings together educators, parents and school leaders to unpack new accountability model set to launch next spring

Kansas City Countdown

Ten years later, Flynn returns to St. Luke’s for annual visits — this time with a different...

Former U.S. soccer CEO credits heart transplant in Kansas City for chance to see World Cup final

Updated: 6 hours ago
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By Gabbi Lumma
Two of Flynn’s daughters, who are MD’s, helped connect him to the team at St. Luke’s Hospital in Kansas City.

Consumer News

Pulled pork sandwich on a soft brioche bun with bbq sauce and pickles

New barbecue list ranks some of Kansas City’s best — but not everyone will agree

Updated: 6 hours ago
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By Heidi Schmidt
Cheapism just ranked the best barbecue spots that also serve up the best value across the country.

Crime

Weeks after a bank robber entered the Country Club Bank in Kansas City, Kansas, and pointed a...

FBI releases photos of KCK bank robbery suspect

Updated: 7 hours ago
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By KCTV5 Staff
The FBI shared a trio of photos of the suspect on Wednesday for the June 17 bank robbery at 11006 Parallel Parkway.

Kansas City Countdown

England's Harry Kane, right, and Jordan Henderson, left, celebrate at the the end of the World...

English player who suffered freak injury celebrating World Cup win thanks Kansas City surgeons

Updated: 8 hours ago
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By Gabe Swartz
An eventful World Cup for England’s Jordan Henderson has now included a successful trip to some surgeons in Kansas City.

Consumer News

Residents packed a public meeting Tuesday night to confront Costco officials over plans to...

Neighbors pack public meeting over Midtown Costco’s planned conversion to business center

Updated: 20 hours ago
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By Betsy Webster
The meeting, held at the Westport branch of the Kansas City Public Library, was required by city rules before Costco can take its rezoning request to the Kansas City Plan Commission.

News

Crews battled a large fire and explosion at a furniture store in Warrensburg Tuesday night.

Warrensburg furniture store explosion, fire believed to be result of downed power line

Updated: 20 hours ago
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By Sarah Motter and Gabe Swartz
Crews battled a large fire and explosion at a furniture store in Warrensburg Tuesday night.

Kansas City Royals

Kansas City Royals' Tyler Tolbert (2) rounds the bases after hitting a home run during the...

Royals’ Tyler Tolbert’s hot hitting ties decades old MLB record

Updated: 21 hours ago
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By Gabe Swartz
Consecutive five-hit games for Tyler Tolbert helped the utilityman tie an MLB record.

Kansas City Countdown

The Colombian Cultural Association and others gathered Tuesday afternoon at Paisa MX to watch...

Colombia fans pack restaurant to watch World Cup match against Switzerland

Updated: 23 hours ago
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By Grace Smith (KCTV5)
The watch party drew a crowd of Colombia supporters hoping to secure a quarterfinal berth at Kansas City’s stadium.

News

A detour ahead sign in Prairie Village, Kansas.

Prairie Village crash renews call for driver vigilance in construction zones

Updated: 23 hours ago
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By Jordan Fremstad
The driver remained on scene and cooperated with investigators.

News

A man running across the United States has made his way through Northeast Kansas.

Cross-country runner visits Wamego, Perry en route to Washington D.C.

Updated: 24 hours ago
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By Carson Shea
A man running across the United States has made his way through Northeast Kansas.

News

The Western Newspaper Union Building sits at 10th and Central in Kansas City; it's where a...

Quality Hill community weighs in on 20-story data center proposal before city review

Updated: 24 hours ago
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By Samantha Boring
A Miami-based developer has proposed a 20-story data center in Kansas City’s Quality Hill neighborhood, drawing mixed reaction from residents and community groups ahead of an August public hearing.

Consumer News

A judge has temporarily blocked referendum deadlines in a lawsuit over a proposed artificial...

Independence passes temporary ban on data centers, battery storage sites to update codes

Updated: Jul. 7, 2026 at 6:12 PM CDT
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By Heidi Schmidt
The short-term ban is expected to allow city staff time to examine the city’s zoning laws and recommend changes.

Kansas City Countdown

Switzerland and Argentina will face off in Saturday's quarterfinal at Kansas City Stadium.

Kansas City’s quarterfinal matchup pits defending champ Argentina against Switzerland

Updated: Jul. 7, 2026 at 6:02 PM CDT
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By Gabe Swartz
A pair of thrilling victories for defending champion Argentina and Switzerland set up this weekend’s quarterfinal showdown at Kansas City Stadium.

Mavericks

The Mavericks are giving back to the community, by donating $6,158.53 each to local nonprofits...

KC Mavericks help make dreams come true for Variety KC recipients

Updated: Jul. 7, 2026 at 5:23 PM CDT
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By Katie Maher
Now that the ECHL Western Conference Champions’ record-breaking 2026 season is over, they have some more time to dedicate to the off-ice assists.

News

The future of several historic sites in Independence is up in the air after millions in...

Independence approves plan to find new funding for historic sites instead of selling them

Updated: Jul. 7, 2026 at 5:09 PM CDT
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By Heidi Schmidt
The plan presented to members of the city council in April recommended selling the Vaile Mansion and Bingham-Waggoner Estate.

Crime

File- Olathe, Kansas, Police Department

Police: Deadly Olathe shooting now under investigation as homicide

Updated: Jul. 7, 2026 at 4:25 PM CDT
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By Gabe Swartz
The Olathe Police Department said Tuesday the shooting at the Willow Crossing Apartments on July 5 is now classified as a homicide.

Crime

Kansas City man pleads guilty to running dog fighting operation

Updated: Jul. 7, 2026 at 3:39 PM CDT
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By KCTV5 Staff
An attorney general with the U.S. Department of Justice’s Energy and Natural Resources Division says Wilson subjected animals to pain and suffering.

News

Missouri State Highway Patrol Boat

Kansas City man drowns at Lake of the Ozarks

Updated: Jul. 7, 2026 at 2:59 PM CDT
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By Gabe Swartz
Authorities said the drowning happened at the 5 mile mark of Lick Branch Cove.

Consumer News

Frontier Airlines

Frontier announces new Kansas City to Las Vegas direct flights

Updated: Jul. 7, 2026 at 1:59 PM CDT
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By Heidi Schmidt
The new route started July 5, and is available four times a week.

Consumer News

Five Guys at Oak Park Mall to close July 15; replacement restaurant to be announced

Updated: Jul. 7, 2026 at 1:39 PM CDT
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By Julia Scammahorn
Five Guys ending run at Oak Park Mall in Overland Park.

Kansas City Countdown

Argentina players toss teammate Lionel Messi (10) into the air as they celebrate after the...

Argentina to return to Kansas City after team rallies to top Egypt in World Cup

Updated: Jul. 7, 2026 at 1:31 PM CDT
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By The Associated Press
Messi has now scored in a record nine consecutive World Cup matches dating back to Argentina’s title run in 2022.

News

PVC pipe, launching tube used to fire aerial fireworks

Grain Valley worker hit after mower strikes firework left in grass near middle school

Updated: Jul. 7, 2026 at 1:10 PM CDT
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By Julia Scammahorn, Miya Ingle and Morgan Riddell
Grain Valley police say a large firework left in tall grass detonated when struck by a mower blade.

Kansas City Countdown

Kansas City fans gather at Power and Light for Argentina-Egypt World Cup match.

Kansas City fans gather at Power and Light for Argentina-Egypt World Cup match

Updated: Jul. 7, 2026 at 12:44 PM CDT
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By Gabbi Lumma
Fans gathered at Kansas City Live! in the Power and Light District for the Argentina and Egypt World Cup match Tuesday.

Entertainment

KANSAS CITY, Mo. -- The Hi-Dive Lounge says it offers Kansas City's only "Mystery Beer Vending...

These are Kansas City’s top dive bars according to Yelp reviews

Updated: Jul. 7, 2026 at 11:28 AM CDT
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By Heidi Schmidt
Yelp published an updated list of the best dive bars in Kansas City in honor of the day.

Crime

Javion J. Jackson

KC man charged after alleged road-rage shooting near Truman Road and I-435

Updated: Jul. 7, 2026 at 11:07 AM CDT
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By Julia Scammahorn
Charges announced in alleged road-rage shooting; bond set at $75,000.

We the People

This Day in History: sliced bread makes its debut in Missouri

This Day in History: sliced bread makes its debut in Missouri

Updated: Jul. 7, 2026 at 7:03 AM CDT
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By KCTV5 Staff
This Day in History: sliced bread makes its debut in Missouri

Kansas City Countdown

There was no sticking around to celebrate at Fan Fest Monday night after the U.S. was defeated...

U.S. fans leave Fan Fest deflated by disappointing Round of 16 loss

Updated: Jul. 6, 2026 at 10:28 PM CDT
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By Betsy Webster
The performance was not what fans were expecting after the strong showing in previous matches.

Kansas City Countdown

Clock Tower Landing in Overland Park.

Changes made to Overland Park Soccer Summer Celebration this weekend

Updated: Jul. 6, 2026 at 9:33 PM CDT
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By Chandler Watkins
Overland Park approved changes to Saturday’s World Cup watch party.

Sports

United States goalkeeper Matt Freese (24) reacts after Belgium scores their third goal during...

Belgium outclasses U.S., ending Americans’ run in Round of 16 with 4-1 win

Updated: Jul. 6, 2026 at 9:02 PM CDT
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By Gabe Swartz and The Associated Press
The United States’ home soil World Cup came to a close Monday night in Seattle.

Crime

Arrest graphic

Clay County man arrested after high-speed chase with police

Updated: Jul. 6, 2026 at 8:41 PM CDT
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By Gabe Swartz
Michael Jamal Jordan, of Kansas City, Missouri, has been charged with felony aggravated fleeing.

Kansas City Countdown

Bars across downtown Kansas City called in full staffs, turned on screens, and began filling...

Kansas City bars, fans pack in for U.S. World Cup matches

Updated: Jul. 6, 2026 at 6:12 PM CDT
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By Grace Smith (KCTV5)
At Granfalloon on the Plaza, owner Tim Caniglia said the bar has been full for every USA match and expected the same Monday night.

Tax Assessment Trouble

Two days after Jackson County Executive Phil LeVota signed an executive order to deliver...

Legislature unanimously passes ordinance delivering property tax credits to Jackson County taxpayers

Updated: Jul. 6, 2026 at 4:32 PM CDT
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By Samantha Boring and Gabe Swartz
On Monday, the Legislature passed the tax credit ordinance in a unanimous vote.

Community

Campers are welcomed by name with a personal cheering section along the green carpet at SOAR...

‘Created on purpose for a purpose’: Disability day camp rolls out green carpet in Raytown

Updated: Jul. 6, 2026 at 3:12 PM CDT
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By Claire Decatur
SOAR Special Needs camp runs July 6–10 at Connection Point Church in Raytown.
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